Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Nov 2009

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Nov 2009

We have gathered a list of the Top Best Forest Hills Houses

( Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

The homes listed below are probably dated and would need

updating with new carpeting, paint, and kitchen- bath redos

at a minimum to bring them to current market standards.

They might need major repair work done, such as new roofs

& mechanicals.

Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get

up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot, not the

basement, even if finished.

Forest Hills Neighborhood in Fog


The list for November 2009 is 18 properties, down from last month.

The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $40.51 to $137.56

here in Forest Hills.

The lowest list price is $59,900 and the highest list price is

$288,900 for November 2009 homes in Forest Hills School District.

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures, short sales

and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

8245 Fulton St E            $59,900      1124 Sq Ft   $53.29/SqFt

6217 Acropolis Dr          $79.900      1316/SqFt   $71.59/SqFt

6381 Wainscot Dr SE      $80,000      1116 Sq Ft   $71.68/SqFt

5505 Whitneyville SE     $84,900     1536 Sq Ft   $55.27/SqFt

6342 Wainscot Dr SE      $84,900     1224 Sq Ft   $69.36/SqFt

6250 Architrave St      $ 90,000    1814 Sq Ft   $66.37/SqFt

2201 Shady Dr NE        $99,000     2444 Sq Ft   $40.51/SqFt

1791 Grand Ct NE       $118,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.31/SqFt

6461 Cascade Rd        $119,900     2023 Sq Ft   $59.27/SqFt

1787 Park Trail NE      $119,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.94/SqFt

2847 Winesap Ave      $139,900    1557 Sq Ft   $137.56/SqFt

2309 3 Mile Rd           $149,900     3340 Sq Ft   $70.54/SqFt

6931 Sandy Lane Dr    $159,900    2600 Sq Ft   $71.90/SqFt

1575 Bridgewater Ct   $164,900    2280 Sq Ft  $72.32/SqFt

3206 Oak Hollow Dr    $169,900   2509 Sq Ft   $67.72/Sq/Ft

8384 Fulton St E         $185,000  4575 Sq Ft   $71.90/SqFt

4287 Woodside Oakes $189,741  2736 Sq Ft   $69.35/SqFt

2328 Dean Lake Ave    $199,900  2757 SqFt    $72.51/SqFt

8801 Fulton St E         $288,900   4132 Sq Ft   $69.92/SqFt

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If you would like to see a particular Top Best Buys Forest Hills

Home, please contact us at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0 or email us at:

terry@terrywestbrook.com

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the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in

West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing

metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical

research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and

entertainment of all kinds.

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Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes October 2009

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes October 2009

We have gathered a list of the Top Best Forest Hills Houses

( Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

The homes listed below are probably dated and would need

updating with new carpeting, paint, and kitchen- bath redos

at a minimum to bring them to current market standards.

They might need major repair work done, such as new roofs

& mechanicals.

Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get

up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.

Forest Hills Michigan neighborhood

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot, not the

basement, even if finished.

The list for October 2009 is 19 properties, up from last month.

The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $39.17 to $137.56

here in Forest Hills.

The lowest list price is $59,900 and the highest list price is

$288,900 for Oct 2009 homes in Forest Hills School District.

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures, short sales

and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

8245 Fulton St E            $59,900      1124 Sq Ft    $53.29/SqFt

383 Pettis Ave NE         $79,900      2040 Sq Ft    $39.17/SqFt

6225 Acropolis Dr          $58,000      1114 /SqFt   $52.06/SqFt

6342 Wainscot Dr SE      $84,900      1224 Sq Ft   $69.36/SqFt

5505 Whitneyville SE     $84,900     1536 Sq Ft   $55.27/SqFt

6600 Cascade Rd SE     $89,900     1788 Sq Ft   $50.28/SqFt

6250 Architrave St      $ 90,000    1814 Sq Ft   $66.37/SqFt

1890 Leffingwell Ave  $105,400    2128 SqFt    $49.53/SqFt

1791 Grand Ct NE       $118,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.31/SqFt

1789 Grand Ct NE       $119,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.94/SqFt

1787 Park Trail NE      $119,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.94/SqFt

6461 Cascade Rd        $139,900     2023 Sq Ft   $69.15/SqFt

2847 Winesap Ave      $139,900    1557 Sq Ft   $137.56/SqFt

6931 Sandy Lane Dr    $159,900    2600 Sq Ft   $71.90/SqFt

3206 Oak Hollow Dr    $169,900   2509 Sq Ft   $67.72/Sq/Ft

2669 Cascade Springs $ 179,900  2590 SqFt    $69.46/SqFt

4287 Woodside Oakes $189,741  2736 Sq Ft   $69.35/SqFt

2328 Dean Lake Ave    $199,900  2757 SqFt    $72.51/SqFt

8801 Fulton St E         $288,900   4132 Sq Ft    $69.92/SqFt

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If you would like to see a particular Top Best Buys Forest Hills

Home, please contact us at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0 or email us at:

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the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in

West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing

metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical

research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and

entertainment of all kinds.

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Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Sept 2009

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Sept 2009

We have gathered a list of the Top Best Forest Hills Houses

( Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

The homes listed below are probably dated and would need

updating with new carpeting, paint, and kitchen- bath redos

at a minimum to bring them to current market standards.

They might need major repair work done, such as new roofs

& mechanicals.

Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get

up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.

top best buys in forest hills mi homes for sale

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot, not the

basement, even if finished.

The list for September 2009 is 16 properties, up from last month.

The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $35.46 to $74.94

here in Forest Hills.

Lowest list price – $59,900     Highest list price -$288,900

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition

NO SHORT SALES LISTED!!

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

3426 Nottingham Dr NE   $ 59,900    1392 Sq Ft  $43.03/SqFt

8245 Fulton St E              $ 67,000    1124 Sq Ft   $59.61/SqFt

2886 Lincolnshire Ln        $74,900    1400 Sq Ft   $67.11/SqFt

6384 Cascade Rd              $79,900     2253 Sq Ft   $35.46/SqFt

6375 Wainscot Dr SE      $82,000    1633 Sq Ft   $66.99/SqFt

383 Pettis Ave NE         $ 84,900    2040 Sq Ft    $41.62/SqFt

1417 Grand River Dr NE $ 89,900    1248 Sq Ft   $72.04/SqFt

6250 Architrave St        $ 90,000    1814 Sq Ft   $66.36/SqFt

5505 Whitneyville SE    $ 94,900   1536 Sq Ft    $61.78/SqFt

6367 3 Mile Rd NE         $109,900   1843 Sq Ft    $59.63/SqFt

7195 Dorset Dr SE       $112,900    2500 Sq Ft   $71.46/SqFt

1791 Grand Ct NE       $118,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.31/SqFt

1789 Grand Ct NE       $119,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.94/SqFt

1787 Park Trail NE      $119,900     1600 Sq Ft   $74.94/SqFt

3206 Oak Hollow Dr    $169,900    2509 Sq Ft   $67.72/Sq/Ft

8801 Fulton St E         $288,900    4132 Sq Ft    $69.92/SqFt

If you would like to see a particular Top Best Buys Forest Hills

Home, please contact us at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0 or email us at:

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Additional Forest Hills Articles:

Forest Hills Real Estate Market Reports

Forest Hills District Ranks Top in State

Forest Hills District Posts MEAP Scores

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the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Adacroft Commons August 2009

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Adacroft Commons August 2009

The Ada area growth trends remain strong. Ada Township planner,

Jim Ferro states that the Ada population has grown by 20% since

2000. There is a new proposed 80 unit condo site – Villas of Ada

and Stone Falls of Ada – a 210 unit apartment complex, currently

under construction here. Both of these new developments are quite

close to Adacroft Commons.

Adacroft Commons Real Estate

August  2009 Market Report

2 Sold, 3 For Sale, 0 Expired, 0 Pending

Adacroft Commons Entrance Ada MI 49301

Adacroft Commons Active Listings: 3

Adacroft Commons Active Price – $183,233

Adacroft Commons Active Price/SqFt – $124.32

Adacroft Commons Active Days on Market -70

Adacroft Commons SOLD Listings: 2

Adacroft Commons average sold price – $ 187,00

Adacroft Commons average sold price/SqFt – $95.99

Adacroft Commons average sold days on market -13

Adacroft Commons Expired Listings: 0


There are only 3 current homes for sale in Adacroft Commons

listed on the local MLS board.  This is a desirable area

to live, with its close proximity to Forest Hills Central Middle &

High Schools. In the above stats you can see that homes are

selling for under $100/SqFt.  This neighborhood hasn’t seen any sales

since April 2009, so activity has slowed considerably.  Homes that

are in great condition and priced appropriately have the best

chance of selling in this buyer’s market.

Ada Michigan Real Estate

If you have detailed questions or just need general information

about Grand Rapids or Ada Homes, please contact me directly.

terry@terrywestbrook.com

or call 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

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Adacroft Commons Entrance Photo by Bonnie Westbrook

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Adatowne August 2009

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Adatowne August 2009

Adatowne is a popular entry level home market in the Ada area of

the Greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area.

Part of the appeal is the proximity of Ada Elementary, Forest Hills

Central Middle and High Schools, Ada Christian Schools, St Roberts

School and being close to the village of Ada. Adatowne is an

established subdivision, started in the early 1970’s by E.L. Ladd

Builders of Ada.

I have held many open houses in these new plats and sold many of the

homes as new construction – to be built.  If you doubt the power of your

home as an investment, a basic ranch (about 1000 sq ft) sold  for

$ 19,900 in 1975.

Ada Drive Ada Michigan

Adatowne Residential Neighborhood in Ada, Michigan

August 2009 Real Estate Market Report

1  Sold, 0 Pending, 2 For Sale

Adatowne Active Listings: 2

Adatowne Average Active price – $134,900

Adatowne Active average price/SqFt – $87.62

Adatowne Active average days on market – 34

Adatowne Pending: 0

Adatowne Sold Listings: 1

Adatowne Average Sold Price – $ 166,900

Adatowne Average sold price/SqFt – $ 78.73

Adatowne Average Sold days on market – 88

MARKET SYNOPSIS: Absorption Rate for Adatowne is 8 months,

which means it would take 8 months for the active listings to sell,

if no other homes entered the market, according to current sales

statistics.    Price per square foot has went down for both sold

and active listings this summer.  The market here was brisk in the

winter and last spring but has slowed considerably this summer.

Not sure if this is an anomaly or due to home condition.

Ada Michigan Real Estate Reports

If you would like more information about Ada or Grand Rapids

Homes, please feel free to contact me directly.


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Photo of Ada MI  by Bonnie Westbrook

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the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report ~ Cascade Woods – August 2009

Cascade Woods is an established neighborhood of large, executive

style homes in Cascade Township, MI. Most of these homes were

built in the 1960’s and 1970’s, although there are a few newer

homes that were built recently in the area. Close to the village of

Cascade and the Thornapple River, this heavily wooded area has

been a Grand Rapids desired suburban place to live for  decades.

Part of the Forest Hills School District, which draws many families,

there is also the river and it’s picturesque appeal.  The drive down

Thornapple River Drive between Ada and Cascade in the fall is one

of the prettiest drives in the greater Grand Rapids area.

Leslie E Tassell Park Cascade Township MI

Cascade Woods Market Report August 2009

12 Homes For Sale,  1 Pending,  3 SOLD, 6 Expired

Cascade Woods Active Listings: 12

Cascade Woods Average price – $294,108

Cascade Woods Average $/SqFt – $124.41

Cascade Woods Average days on market – 85

Cascade Woods Sold Listings: 3

Cascade Woods average price – $239,333

Cascade Woods average $/SqFt – $ 77.54

Cascade Woods average days on market – 148 days

Cascade Woods Expired Listings: 6

The Absorption Rate for Cascade Woods Homes is 24 months,

Which means if no new listings come on the market, it will take

24 months to sell the existing inventory.  The average sold price

per SqFt is still 40% of the Active listings Price /SqFt.  This

could reflect foreclosures, short sales, and homes in poor condition

that have sold over the last 4 months.

Or it could be home condition which is slowing the sales of

older homes in this area.

While the spring market has seen a slight uptick in prices paid

for Cascade Woods homes, the absorption rate is sobering at

24 months, while newer homes are selling briskly.

Today’s buyers do not want to do ANY updates, which includes

painting, new kitchens & baths, and new flooring. If your Cascade

Woods home hasn’t sold, it is probably condition,  which gets

us back to price.  If you don’t want to improve your home, you

won’t get the same price as people who have updated and kept

their home current according to recent trends.

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate

If you would like further information about Grand Rapids or

Cascade Homes, please contact me directly.

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photo of Leslie E Tassell Park on the Thornapple River by Bonnie Westbrook

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Catamount August 2009

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Catamount August 2009

Catamount properties are in the rolling hills adjacent to the

Grand River in the northern section of Ada Township in a gated

community with privacy and wooded acreage.  Executive style

homes with lots of room for entertaining and all the custom extras

that make a home luxurious are the norm here.  If you  are

searching for a prestigious address, this could be what you are

looking for, as it is one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the

Grand Rapids area.

Grand River Ada Michigan

Catamount Market Report August 2009

2 For Sale,  5 Sold, 6 Expired

Catamount Active Listings: 2

Catamount average active price – $637,400

Catamount average active price /SqFt – $ 225.10

Catamount average days on market – 134

Catamount SOLD Listings: 5

Catamount average sold price $ 592,350

Catamount average sold price/SqFt – $ 207.54

Catamount average sold days on market – 142

Catamount Pending Listings: 0

The Absorption Rate for Catamount Homes is 3 months, which means if

no new listings come on the market it will take 3 months for the existing

homes to sell at the current rate of sales.  The average sold price dropped

in 2008 and into 2009.  The average list price is just slightly higher than

current selling price.  5 homes sold in the last 8 months, with 2 homes

for sale in this neighborhood.  Prices have eroded from 3-4 years ago

but seem to have stabilized a bit this summer.

Ada Michigan Real Estate Market


If you would like further information about the value of an Ada or

Grand Rapids Home, please contact me directly at:

1-888-240-1988 ext 0 or email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report East-West Village August 2009

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report East West Village August 2009

The East/West Village subdivision off  Ada Drive in Ada Township is

a fairly new development. The new housing construction started in 2005

and is still continuing to date. You can buy a resale home or a new home

in this centrally located housing development.  Near both public and

private schools, East Village is also close to  Forest Hills and 28th

Street shopping areas. The Ada Bike or Walking Trail also connects

this area on Ada Drive with the village of Ada, Grand Rapids, and the

village of Cascade.

East Village is also close to the I96 expressway for easy access to many

different parts of our greater Grand Rapids area.  Large, executive style

homes with many amenities and extras are the rule in this neighborhood.

If you would like to start with a brand new house in Forest Hills,

this may be the place for you to call home.

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Real Estate Market Report East-West Village August 2009

For Sale: 4

East Village Homes average list price: $ 464,725

East Village average price/sq ft (main floor): $ 175.63

East Village average days on the market: 63 days

Pending Sales : 1

Sold Homes : 5

East Village SOLD homes average price: $ 405,780

East Village SOLD homes average price/sq ft: $144.04

East Village SOLD homes average days on market: 108 days

Expired: 8

Market Synopsis: East -West Village Homes are selling, if priced correctly.

Buyers are paying from $115-160/SqFt on the main floors, which is down from

last summer’s prices.  New construction is priced higher, so an existing

home should be priced lower per square foot than a new one.

The absorption rate for East -West Village is 5.3 months, which means

if no new homes enter the marketplace, it will take 5.3 months

for the current home inventory to sell.  This is a great rate for the

Grand Rapids area and most likely is due to the location in Forest Hills

School District and new construction offered.

Forest Hills Central HS – Newsweek’s Top 1500 List  US High Schools

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate

If you would like further information about East or West Village, Ada, or

Grand Rapids Homes, please contact me directly.

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photo of Ada Bike Trail  by Bonnie Westbrook

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Reports Clements Mill August 2009

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Clements Mill August 2009

Clements Mill is  a newer home development built by Eastbrook

Construction in the Ada MI area, started in 1999 and completed in

2003. Apart from newer homes, part of the appeal is the proximity

of  Forest Hills Central Middle and High Schools, Forest Hills

Woodlands 5/6 School, St Roberts & Ada Christian Schools, which

are within walking distance.

Clements Mill is midway between the Village of Ada and Forest Hills

shopping area at Cascade Road and Forest Hills.

Ada’s Clements Mill has seen steady to declining values in the short

time it has been built out.  This is largely due to the current housing

economy where all homes have suffered a decline in values.

Clements Mill Market Report

August 2009

10  Sold,  2 Pending, 5 For Sale, 5 Expired

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Clements Mill Active Listings: 5

Average Active Price: $213,520

Average Active Price/SqFt: $127.66

Average Active Days on Market: 62

Clements Mill Sold Listings: 10

Average Sold Price: $250,370

Average Sold Price/SqFt: $110.37

Average Days on Market: 97

Clements Mill Expired Listings: 5

Absorption Rate for Clements Mill homes is averaging

2 months, which is a very low rate for the Grand Rapids area.

List prices are about $37K above sold prices, which is

deceiving because the larger homes are selling, which could

be reflected in days on the market for sold listings.


Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate

The Ada area growth trends remain strong. Ada Township planner,

Jim Ferro states that the Ada population has grown by 20% since

2000. There is a new proposed 80 condo units Villas of Ada

and Stone Falls of Ada a 210 unit apartment complex, currently

open & under construction here.  The Stone Falls of Ada apartment

project is adjacent to Clements Mill and Villas of Ada is directly

across Ada Drive.

If you have detailed questions about Ada Homes, Forest Hills

Homes or  just need further information, please contact me

directly:  terry@terrywestbrook.com or call 1-616-292-7263

Copyright 2009  All rights reserved

Ada Drive Walking Trail Photo by Bonnie Westbrook

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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,

the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West

Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan

area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services,

numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.

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Grand Rapids Township Michigan Top Best Buy Homes August 2009

We have gathered a list of the top Grand Rapids Township Houses

to buy based on price per square foot.  An added bonus, these

Grand Rapids Township Homes are in East Grand Rapids or

Forest Hills Public School system.  If you are new to the Grand Rapids

area, Grand Rapids Township taxes are lower than East Grand Rapids,

Grand Rapids, or Ada Township.

**Please note that this list can change daily as some homes sell,

some homes go through a lengthy approval process, prices are

adjusted and other homes come on the market.  Check

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Meijer Gardens Entrance Grand Rapids Township MI

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot.

Grand Rapids Township:

Lowest price per Sq Ft    $43.03

Highest price per Sq Ft   $157.75

August 2009  BEST BUY GR Township Homes

Highest list price is $ 142,900

Lowest list price is  $  59,900

Top Best Buy GR Township Homes by Price per Square Foot:

3426 Nottingham Dr   $ 59,900      1392 SqFt    $43.03/SqFt

3182 Windcrest Dr     $ 89,900        847 SqFt    $106.14/SqFT

222 Elmer St               $109,900     1600 SqFt    $112.03/SqFt

68 Elmhurst Dr            $109,900    1322 SqFt    $109.90/SqFt

3165 Windcrest Dr      $110,000    1209 SqFt    $90.98/SqFt

 

1874 Leffingwell          $119,900    1650 SqFt    $80.47/SqFt

111 Greenbrier Dr        $119,900    2810 Sq Ft   $74.47/SqFt

1787 Park Trl NE          $120,900    1600 Sq Ft    $75.56/SqFt

3419 Eagle Bluff Dr      $1214,900   1363 Sq Ft   $144.73/SqFt

1789 Grand Ct NE       $124,900     1600 Sq Ft    $78.06/SqFt

 

1275 Suncrest Dr NE   $129,900     1748 Sq Ft   $137.03/SqFt

1024 Kenmoor Ave     $129,900      1144 Sq Ft   $113.55/SqFt

943 Patterson Ave      $129,900    1480 SqFt   $110.55/SqFt

3612 Nottingham        $129,900     1040 SqFt    $124.90/SqFt

1265 Suncrest Dr        $132,900     1325 SqFt    $163.07SqFt

 

3333 Park Ridge Ln     $134,900    1600 SqFt    $84.31/SqFt

1148 Forest Hill Ave    $135,000    1187 SqFt    $113.73/SqFt

2161 New Town Dr     $137,000    1057 SqFt    $129.61/SqFt

1127 Eastmont Dr       $139,900    1152 Sq Ft    $120.66/SqFt

1150 Farnsworth         $139,450    1600 SqFt    $157.75/SqFt

 

1039 Eastmont Dr        $139,900    1848 SqFt    $133.49/SqFt

3078 Ledgestone Dr    $140,000    1600 SqFt    $ 87.50/SqFt

2222 Valentine Blvd   $ 139,900    1265 SqFt     $110.59/SqFt

2847 Winesap Ave      $142,900    1557 Sq Ft   $137.14/SqFt

 

In this area of Grand Rapids, as well as others, there are fewer

really great home bargains left on the market. If you have been

waiting for prices to start climbing and inventory to shrink, the

time appears to be here.  List price and price per square foot are

both higher for all homes this month.

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*

If you have questions about Grand Rapids Township or Grand

Rapids homes, please contact me directly:

1-888-240-1968 ext 0

email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

Grand Rapids -Ada Real EstateWestbrook Realty

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Photo of Frederick Meijer Gardens Entrance by Bonnie Westbrook